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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1902
Page
3
L. A. Watres as president C. B. Johnson as vice president and A. H. Christy as cashier appear in the ledger line up, indicating a bank’s executive roster.
M. OH. Dale received the contract yesterday to grade Room Avenue and repair the Trallow Street bridge, with work to commence promptly under city supervision.
Maried by an ae ee Peter McCluskie and Annig Ro. Luey of North Scranton were married on Monday by Alderman Ruddy. The new choral society, aiming for the Brooklyn festival, will meet tonight at 7 o'clock in Muste hall.
Thomas West of Plymouth yesterday filed a voluntary petition in the U S bankruptcy court. His liabilities are between 40000 and 40000 dollars with 37000 in assets.
The fleet and water committee of the common council considered tonight an ordinance granting a franchise to the Lackawanna Light Went and Power Company.
United States Civil Service Commission announces an examination date of October 21 1902 for the position of interpreter in the immigration service. The languages listed Miingurtan and Sli venie suggest specific linguistic tests.
John Doe a railroader was fined for an offense in police court yesterday. Thomas Styder, jailed on a drunken disorderly charge, was fined or sentenced to ten days. he settled up after arrest.
Mrs. O'Neil also known as Jae Roney a colored woman residing in Traistead court was arrested on a warrant yesterday charged with the larceny of goods belonging to a neighbor. She is being held for a hearing.
John Caramansky and Frank Kolosky were arrested last night by James Thomas and John McCulligan on a warrant sworn out before Alderman Ruddy by Karl Amiko of 1245 Cedar Avenue. Kolosky was committed to the county jail in default of bail.
Descendants of Michael D Henjo min plan a reunion on Saturday September 15 at Nay Aug Park. After dinner they will gather for ad drveskes and music at Guernsey Hall with a large turnout anticipated from the local family community.
The Consolidated Telephone company will install an Improved Kellogg switchboard and twenty boxes in the desk sergeant’s room at police headquarters. The city’s police call boxes will be attached to and operated from this central point.
Rev. P J McManus president of the Scranton Diocesan union confirms Thomas J Gilroy as grand marshal for the October 10 parade in West Scranton. Gilroy selects aides while the union board drafts invitations to societies to take part.
Three United States Marines O J Beheuster Dr Mil ler and John Donnelly are guests of Patrolman John Matott who gave a city tour yesterday and pointed out major sites. They arrived from the Philippines in July after three years of service including battles in Manila and China. They plan to leave for New York on Saturday.
Weather limited attendance at the Central Woman's Christian Temperance Union meeting but those present enjoyed devotional exercises and reports on summer work. A sermon by Chancellor Janes K Day was read. the Syracuse University bacentaureate sermon addressed The Liquor Traffic and Modern Civilization.
The annual reunion of the One Hundred and Forty-third Pennsylvania Volunteers association will be at Wyoming. Letters from Admiral Dewey General Chamberlain and General Bragg will be read. Captain P Delacey is president. The late Hon BE Duna former Luzerne county president judge was colonel. Over 1400 men were recruited in Luzerne county.
A local editorial discusses drafting to permit retry after jury failure to agree in murder cases. It cites Commonwealth v Cook and explains current Pennsylvania practice. Proposes constitutional wording to prevent acquittal after jury discharge and notes past cases where second degree verdicts occurred amid deadlocked juries.
Alfred Wooler announces a Saturday morning singing school for children ages 7 to 14 with a yearly tuition of 12, payable on registering. Courses run forty sessions over five years, beginning September 10, at his studio 217 Carter Building second floor 604 Linden Street Bornnton. Preparatory classes for future study of piano or other instruments also offered.
The article notes a case where a conviction for murder in either degree was not pursued, leaving a voluntary manslaughter charge. Judge Hand discharged the defendants, an appeal followed with Judge Edwards for the Commonwealth and Judge Gunster present. The Supreme Court affirmed Hand's judgment, while expressing doubt about the constitutional provision. The resulting doubt spurred a proposed amendment drawn by Judge Archbald and championed by Senator Fox of Harrisburg. It calls on the profession and public to decide if it becomes fundamental law.
Lizzie Thomas, daughter of Mr and Mrs Evan Thomas of North Ninth Street, drank carbolic acid after a quarrel with her mother. She bought two ounces at Dawes' drug store, swallowed a small amount, and was found by a passerby. She was hospitalized at West Side, with burnt lips described as the main injury. doctors expect she will be up in a couple days. Police report notes two cigarette packages found on her.
The funeral of Rev. Philip Frederick Zizelmann drew many clergy from out of town. Services at 2 pm at his Mulberry Street home and 2:30 pm at St. Peter's Lutheran church featured German and English discourses, a long eulogy, choirs, and a Forest Hill cemetery interment. Pallbearers included Philip Schnell and Conrad Wenzel. honorary bearers from several congregations attended.
The seventh annual convention is under way in a Dunmore tent and gospel tabernacle. Rev. Hudson Ballard will lead a Bible study at 10:15 AM. Afternoon speakers include Rev. Howard Smith from the Soudan mission, Africa, with others to follow. Rev. A. E. Funk and Rev. F. H. Swift with wife are expected, and President Rev. A. E. Simpson will speak Friday afternoon or evening. All are invited.
The hearing on Mrs. Mary Lyden versus Anthony Lyden resumed before Judge Dunham. Testimony described her insistence on signing a deed transferring property to her son and witnesses confirmed she understood the deed. The Purcell versus Dougherty case followed, involving a rear alley blocked by Dougherty and a claim of public dedication. Attorneys Balentine Howell Osthous for Purcell and Hannah OMalley for Dougherty appeared.
John Troy, alleged Saturday night stabber of Frank Gardner of South Scranton, posted bail of 4 in Judge Kelly's court with Patrick Healey as bondman. The grand jury met and heard 63 cases, plans a first return tomorrow. Edward Carey of Fell Township released on 800 bail for assault on Phoebo Race. bond posted by Mrs. Ann Fallon.
Frank McViddie, arrested after months of police pursuit, was arraigned in police court yesterday morning charged with discharging firearms and escaping from Centre street station. Magistrate Howe fined him ten dollars on each count or thirty days in the county jail. He was committed.
Michael Finnegan and John Reup were arrested for stealing iron from the cannon ball road. They appeared before Alderman Kasson and were committed to the county jail in default of $300 bail each awaiting trial.
Special work includes character building and college and business prep. Certificates issued by colleges. emphasis on ornamental branches. Superior dormitories and facilities. Four-year term $3800 opens September 17. Catalog and inquiries: L. J. Sprague, D. D., president.
Superintendent Phillips of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western coal department dismissed rumors of a ten per cent wage advance as unfounded. He said local operator positions remain unchanged and that mines will reopen with best positions going to first applicants. A large striker meeting occurred on Spencer's hill amid ongoing labor tensions and a rally by district leaders.
Fred A. Clark and Miss Mary H. Liddle wed at 1 o'clock yesterday in the bride's Jefferson avenue home with Rev. W L Steans officiating. The couple, both prominent in society, left for Saratoga and other sites after the ceremony. Clark is connected with Carlucc Stone and the Delaware and Hudson official’s son.
T. F. Lambert of the Hotel Wilkes-Barre obtained a warrant Monday for Daniel Knauff of this city on a board bill for 14 40 dollars. Knauff, an agent for trees, was arrested yesterday by Superintendent Day and released after paying 18 dollars to settle the claim and costs.
Effective half tones and Mine cuts for card advertising or any purpose are available at The Tribune office. We work unexcelled, deliver promptly and at the lowest rates. A trial order will convince you.
W T Hackett, broker, advertises single and double houses for sale in Scranton and surrounding area with favorable prices and easy terms.
Norma Swisher the son of a district passenger agent has been appointed to a clerkship in the office of Superintendent of Bridges and Buildings W B Hixon at the Lackawanna railroad. Swisher is a Scranton High School class of 02 graduate and a capable stenographer. Howard R Mears is appointed freight and ticket agent for the Lackawanna railroad at Rupert, replacing G W Mears who retired.
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